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Botanica Gaia Bio Kaffir Lime Essential Oil | Citrus Hystrix | For Aromatherapy, Skincare and Perfume

Botanica Gaia Bio Kaffir Lime Essential Oil | Citrus Hystrix | For Aromatherapy, Skincare and Perfume

Bright steam-distilled makrut lime leaf oil with vivid green citrus, spice, floral and woody facets.

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Botanical Name: Citrus Hystrix. 
Family Name: Rutaceae.
Common Name: Kaffir Lime, Makrut Lime, Thai Lime, Mauritius Papeda.
INCI: Citrus Hystrix (Kaffir Lime) Leaves Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Leaves.
Odor: bright, green, and sparkling, yet also layered with floral, spicy, and woody undertones. 
Note: Top note.
Appearance: Pale Yellow.
Country of Origin: Thailand.
Recommended dilution: 0.5–2% in leave-on formulations.

The essential oil distilled from the leaves of Citrus hystrix — commonly known as Kaffir or Makrut Lime — is one of the most distinctive and uplifting citrus aromatics in the world.
Unlike other lime oils obtained from fruit peel, this rare extract is derived from the glossy double leaves of the tree, releasing an intensely green, aromatic, and slightly spicy fragrance.

It represents vitality, purification, and clarity — the vibrant life force of tropical forests captured in aromatic form.
Used for centuries in Southeast Asian medicine, temple rituals, and culinary traditions, Kaffir Lime Leaf Oil unites freshness with spiritual depth, awakening both body and mind.

Through gentle steam distillation, the living essence of the leaf is preserved — rich in citronellal, limonene, and β-pinene — producing an oil celebrated for its invigorating, antiseptic, and harmonizing effects.

Kaffir Lime trees grow abundantly across tropical Asia, thriving in biodiverse ecosystems.
Leaves used for distillation are harvested sustainably, often as by-products from culinary cultivation.
The steam distillation process requires no chemical solvents, preserving the plant’s natural integrity.

Producers in Thailand and Indonesia typically use solar-assisted drying and water recycling techniques, ensuring low environmental impact and high aromatic fidelity.
Each batch reflects the season and soil conditions — making every bottle a unique aromatic signature of the tropics.


Aroma and Olfactory Profile: 

The aroma of Kaffir Lime Leaf essential oil is bright, green, and sparkling, yet also layered with floral, spicy, and woody undertones.

Top Notes: Fresh, citrus-green, crisp, and slightly spicy

Heart Notes: Herbaceous, floral-lime, with eucalyptus-like purity

Base Notes: Subtle woody and resinous facets

Its scent evokes crushed tropical leaves in sunlight — a fusion of lime peel, lemongrass, and verbena tones with a radiant clarity.
In perfumery, it serves as a vivid top-to-heart note, perfect for energizing blends or sophisticated fougère, herbal, and spa compositions.


Chemical Composition: 

Steam-distilled Citrus hystrix leaf oil has a complex and balanced phytochemical profile, rich in aldehydes, monoterpenes, and esters that contribute to its therapeutic power:

Citronellal (30–40%) — strong green-citrus aroma, antimicrobial, and calming

Limonene (15–25%) — refreshing and uplifting

β-Pinene, α-Pinene — stimulating and clarifying

Citral (Geranial & Neral) — antibacterial and energizing

Linalool, Sabinene, Terpinen-4-ol — balancing, gently floral tones

This composition explains the oil’s unique balance: it is both clean and exotic, both energizing and relaxing. Its high citronellal content gives it a refreshing brightness similar to lemongrass or citronella, while limonene and linalool provide sweetness and harmony.


Therapeutic Benefits: 

-Mood Enhancer & Uplifting Instantly energizes the spirit, combats fatigue, and enhances focus.
-Antibacterial & Antimicrobial Cleanses air and skin, ideal for purifying sprays and topical blends.
-Anti-inflammatory & Skin Soothing Reduces irritation, redness, and acne-prone skin inflammation.
-Aromatic Detoxifier Clears stagnation in both the respiratory and emotional systems.
Natural Deodorizer & Freshener Eliminates odors, leaving an energizing, spa-like freshness.
-In aromatherapy, Kaffir Lime Leaf Oil is considered “the breath of renewal” — it clears mental fog, restores motivation, and helps balance scattered emotions.


In Aromatherapy:

Diffuse or add to massage blends to clear the mind and uplift the mood.
Ideal for meditation rooms, yoga studios, or fatigue-relief rituals.
Combine with Eucalyptus, Rosemary, or Peppermint for mental clarity; or with Frankincense and Lavender for calm focus.

In Skincare and Haircare:

With antibacterial and astringent qualities, it supports clear skin and balanced sebum production.

-Toners and cleansers for oily or acne-prone skin
-Herbal hair rinses or scalp tonics
-Natural deodorants and purifying body oils

Recommended dilution: 0.5–2% in leave-on formulations.

In Natural Perfumery:

It is often used in modern niche perfumery, high-end spa fragrances, and men’s colognes for its crisp and exotic profile.

Kaffir Lime Leaf essential oil is highly valued for its distinctive green-citrus character. It adds brilliance to citrus accords and freshness to woody or floral compositions.
It blends beautifully with:

Bergamot, Lemongrass, Petitgrain, Neroli (for radiant citrus blends)

Cedarwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss (for earthy-green chypres)

Lavender, Geranium, or Ylang-Ylang (for aromatic florals)

In perfumery, it brightens and balances; in skincare, it purifies and tones; in aromatherapy, it revitalizes and enlightens.
A fragrance of pure vitality, where green energy meets calm lucidity — a perfect ally for modern holistic living.

A single drop awakens the senses and recharges the soul.

Aromatherapy & Emotional Uses:

Energetically, Kaffir Lime Leaf oil is associated with the solar plexus and heart chakras — the centers of clarity, courage, and joy.
Its vibrant aroma clears stagnant energy, invigorates willpower, and rekindles optimism.

It’s used in energy healing and meditation to purify emotional blocks, particularly when feeling drained, indecisive, or disconnected.
In Southeast Asian temple traditions, it is burned or diffused to cleanse spaces and invite divine freshness.

Kaffir Lime Leaf Essential Oil is a gem of tropical aromatherapy — vivid, cleansing, and profoundly uplifting.
It embodies the spirit of renewal: the clarity of air after a storm, the joy of sunlight through green leaves.


Safety Guidelines: 

-Always patch test before topical use.
-Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
-Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
-Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
-Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.



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Specifications of Makrut Lime Leaf Essential Oil

  • Botanical name Citrus hystrix
  • Family Rutaceae
  • Common names Kaffir Lime, Makrut Lime, Thai Lime and Mauritius Papeda
  • INCI Citrus Hystrix Leaf Oil
  • Extraction method Steam distilled
  • Part used Leaves
  • Note Top
  • Odor Bright, green and sparkling with floral, spicy and woody undertones
  • Appearance Pale yellow
  • Country of origin Thailand
  • leave-on range 0.5–2%

Aromatic Profile

A radiant citrus-green opening reminiscent of crushed tropical leaves, lime, lemongrass and verbena, followed by herbaceous-floral freshness and a restrained woody-resin base.

Blending Direction

  • Citrus and green: bergamot, petitgrain, neroli and lemongrass.
  • Aromatic florals: lavender, geranium and ylang ylang.
  • Woods and bases: cedarwood, vetiver, oakmoss-style accords and frankincense.

Formulation & Usage

Suitable for diluted aromatic formulations.

Applications

Perfumery

A vivid top-to-heart material for green citrus, fougère, herbal, spa, chypre and modern cologne accords.

Aromatherapy & Home Fragrance

Suitable for non-ingestible fresh, energizing sensory blends and space fragrances without antimicrobial or medical promises.

Safety

  • Concentrated essential oil; do not ingest or apply undiluted.
  • Use at a level appropriate to the finished formulation.
  • Patch test the finished product before wider use.
  • Use extra caution for pregnancy, young children and sensitive users; seek qualified guidance.
  • Store tightly closed in light-protective packaging away from heat and air.
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